MUZZLE LOADER DBL HAMMER, CAP AND BALL SHOTGUN:
A great looking vintage double barreled black powder cap and ball shotgun that is in very good condition for it's age. The barrels have no dents - no deep pitting or major corrosion (some minor rust on and in the barrels but definitely within the scope of normal and could easily be fixed). If you decide to fire it, you would not want to fire anything but low base black powder loads in it,if you fire it at all,but,it functions and works very well. I always recommend that you have a certified gunsmith check it out before shooting. The stock appears to be American Walnut and has an inset brass plate, on the bottom side of the stock, that opens to hold caps (has some caps in it). There are other brass accents on the stock. The stock is in good condition with only minor dints. It has a long, engraved, metal thumb rest behind and between the triggers, which attaches the stock to the barrels. The barrels appear to be 16 bore percussion 25" long barrels. The shotgun appears to be in good working order. Action locks up tight and hammers work well. One hammer hinge pin is worn/loose (a common occurrence) and needs to be replaced to tighten up the hammer. However, overall the action seems solid with both hammers cocking/functioning well and both triggers functioning correctly. There are engraved side plates with Pheasants on both. There is also a place for engraving on each, which has "S. Phillips" engraved thereon. Also, there is engraving on the top of the mid-area between the barrels and the name "London" engraved thereon. the original ramrod is missing. This shotgun dates back, I believe, to the mid-1800's or earlier.
Purchaser is responsible for knowing and abiding by their local laws which apply to the purchase of a firearm. Local pickup in TX is OK, but, if purchaser's home is in TX you must pay 7.8% sales tax. I will accept cash, postal money orders and personal checks. Note that shipment will be delayed for 8 to 12 days (until payment fully clears), if payment is by anything other than cash. ENCLOSE a print out of the auction with your remittance. All sales are as is and are final. Please, Ask any Questions Before bidding . Payment for the purchased Item must reach me within 7 days of auction closing or the sale will be null and void. So, be sure that you have the money available to pay for the item, before bidding.
I will be happy to combine shipping if you purchase more than one of the items I am selling and reduce the shipping cost!! Contact me, we will work it out. If you purchase a used gun I always recommend that you have a certified gunsmith check it out before shooting!! I reserve the right to end an auction at any time for any reason. Please ENCLOSE a print out OF THE AUCTION with your remittance, as I am selling 7 different items and don't want to get yours mixed up. I will always consider trades. Thanks, Jim $585.00